RN Charge Nurse (7a - 7p)

Essential Functions/Duties/Responsibilities: Regularly assess and chart the resident’s condition, monitoring for any significant change and generate appropriate internal and/or external response. Administer prescribed medications and treatments to assure the highest level of care for the resident and document all care appropriately.

Lead and manage direct reports to assure the desired level of resident service, care, and satisfaction. Monitor and evaluate team member performance; provide coaching, training, and corrective actions as required. Assure equitable administration of policies, and compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. Communicate medical data to physicians regarding resident’s condition.

Collaborate with medical team, note physician’s orders, and coordinate with appropriate pharmacy and/or ancillary department team members to assure follow through with orders for testing, medication, or treatment as ordered. Document and complete monthly resident reports, transfer records, and weekly skin reports per Montereau policy and procedure, to assure a high quality of care is maintained and service documentation is maintained for billing accuracy.

Assist Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) with personal care for the residents Prepare shift change reports and participate in walking rounds with oncoming shift and provide a daily briefing to assure a clear transition between shifts Educate residents, residents’ families, staff, and students, when applicable, on medical procedures to assure maximum effectiveness and continuity of care during a resident’s time with Montereau and following discharge.

Immediately report any incident of resident abuse or neglect, or suspected resident abuse or neglect, to appropriate health services leadership.